California inches closer to normalcy as vaccinations increase
Just four months ago, hospitals were overwhelmed. California is now easing pandemic restrictions.
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Calif. mom kidnapping mystery
Police in Northern California may be closer to learning who allegedly kidnapped a mother while she was jogging in broad daylight. Sherri Papini vanished last November and was found three weeks later, bruised and beaten but alive. Anna Werner reports.
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California heat warnings
Excessive heat warnings are in effect from Santa Barbara to south of San Diego. Triple-digit temperatures are expected across the region. The extreme heat could affect Game 1 of the World Series Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Marijuana farms burned in Calif.
The cost of the deadliest wildfires in the history of California history is rising. Forty-two people were killed. and on Monday, authorities said flames destroyed at least 8,400 homes and buildings. That's not all that went up in smoke. John Blackstone reports.
Oakland A's answer wildfire victim
Thousands of families who escaped from the deadly California wildfires are returning home to find nothing but rubble. Loren Smith, 9, of Santa Rosa lost his home and his cherished collection of baseball cards and memorabilia. Teams from around the country are coming together to help replace what he lost. Adriana Diaz reports.
Female Marines making history in San Diego
A platoon of women graduated alongside their male counterparts for the first time at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. Jamie Yuccas has the details.
Calif. bans sale of puppy mill dogs
California is aiming to put a stop to the often inhumane conditions of puppy mills. It's now the first state in the nation to require pet stores to sell rescue animals. Carter Evans reports.
Calif. women in politics speak out
Some of California's most influential women in politics are speaking out against what they call "pervasive" sexual harassment. It comes in response to allegations of sexual harassment and abuse from dozens of women against disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein. Bianna Golodryga reports.
Video of battle against blaze
Berkeley firefighters thought they were responding to a grass fire, but instead, they drove into an inferno. One of the firefighters recorded the first moments on the scene. Neighborhoods eviscerated on the ground now look like grids of gray ash from the air. Adriana Diaz reports.
Toxic smoke in Santa Rosa
American Red Cross volunteers have been handing out hundreds of face masks in Santa Rosa, California as concern grows over potentially toxic ash debris. KPIX's Jackie Ward reports.
Scorched California vineyards
Damage estimates from Northern California's deadly wildfires top $3 billion, and that number is expected to grow. More than 30 wineries were destroyed or damaged after the fires broke out early last week. Adriana Diaz reports.
Woman dies in pool escaping CA fire
The death toll is still rising from Northern California's massive wildfires. Forty-one people are confirmed dead and they range in age from 14 to 100. Among them is a driver whose truck overturned while delivering water to the fire lines. Wildfires raced across more than 213,000 acres destroying some 5,700 homes and businesses. Mireya Villarreal reports.
California wildfires
Crews fighting the California wildfires are making progress now that the winds that fanned the flames are starting to die down. There have been 41 deaths in the fires. A total of 213,000 acres have burned and nearly 6,000 buildings have been destroyed. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Stopping the flames
Firefighters battling the deadliest wildfires in California history say they finally "turned a corner." At least 40 people have been killed since the fires began one week ago. Around 5,700 homes and businesses have been destroyed. At this time, 140 people remain missing in Sonoma County. Evacuation orders are still in effect for about 75,000 people. Fifteen large fires continue to burn across the state. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports.
Calif. wildfires
The speed of the flames has slowed, but thousands of homes are still threatened by wildfires that broke out in California a week ago. Chris Martinez reports.
Calif. fires rage on
Thousands of firefighters are battling at least 16 blazes that have forced 100,000 people to flee their homes in Northern California. So far, at least 38 people have died and dozens are still unaccounted for. Carter Evans reports.
Caitlyn Jenner says friends are fleeing California due to homeless people
Speaking from a Malibu airplane hangar, Jenner said a pilot friend told her, '"I can't take it anymore. I can't walk down the streets and see the homeless.'"
Deadly Calif. wildfires
The wildfires in California have killed 35 people, making them the deadliest in state history. The flames have forced nearly 100,000 people to evacuate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins CBSN from Santa Rosa, California, where dry and windy conditions are expected to continue.
Significant progress in CA fires
Fire officials say containment levels in the deadliest wildfires in California's history have jumped. But the good news may be short lived as firefighters are bracing for more dry and windy weather Saturday. The fires have killed at least 35 people and forced more than 90,000 residents from their homes. Carter Evans reports.
Deadly wildfires
The wildfires in Northern California this week have left more than 30 people dead, hundreds are still missing and thousands of homes have been destroyed. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins CBSN with the latest.
NorCal economy
Just as thousands of firefighters were beginning to get a handle on the Northern California wildfires, the wind has started to kick up again. At least 32 people are dead, many of them elderly. Several hundred remain unaccounted for, though most are believed to be evacuees unable to notify authorities. John Blackstone reports.
Calif. wildfire update
California officials said Friday that crews are fighting 17 large wildfires covering 221,754 acres. They continue the grim task of searching through the rubble for wildfire victims. Watch the full press briefing.
Wildfire recovery effort begins
The devastating wildfires raging across California are now the deadliest in the state's history. Thirty-one people are confirmed dead and 400 people are reported missing in Sonoma County alone, but officials believe some of those could be due to communication issues. Carter Evans reports.
Napa rescue efforts
As some 17 wildfires consume nearly 200,000 acres in Northern California, authorities are moving from search and rescue to recovery. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins CBSN with the latest on the devastated wine region.
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Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to new low as Iran-backed group kills 6 in Red Sea
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has spread to the Red Sea and another strategic shipping route.
David Crowley beats progressive Francesca Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
David Crowley unexpectedly beat a progressive candidate in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, and will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany on the ballot in November.
White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
Earlier this month, however, federal prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, citing new information that the damage was caused by a "botched installation" by a contractor, not vandalism.
Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug
The pharmaceutical company is filing lawsuits against six outlets selling versions of its promising but unapproved weight-loss drug, retatrutide.
Rubio, Bessent took decoy Air Force One, Hegseth flew on secret flight with Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were on the decoy flight last month when President Trump secretly switched to a different plane while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was with Mr. Trump.
Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
Los Angeles Lakers to be sold to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner
The deal comes less than 1 year after Mark Walter purchased a majority stake from the Buss family for about $10 billion.
How the Secret Service is cracking down on card-skimming scams
A Secret Service analyst told CBS News a single skimming device can net a scammer up to $1 million.
Norah O'Donnell: What I learned from my doctor about menopause
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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NYC probes prediction markets over advertising practices
New York City lawmakers allege that four major prediction markets engage in deceptive marketing practices and target young adults.
$1 billion Powerball jackpot on the line in tonight's drawing. Here's what to know.
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CPI report shows inflation eased in July to a 3.4% annual pace
The CPI report was in line with economists' expectations, marking the second consecutive month with cooler price pressures.
Fighter jets intercept civilian plane over Geneva, Ohio
F-16 fighter jets intercepted a civilian plane that violated a temporary flight restriction over Geneva, Ohio, where President Trump attended the 2026 Patriot Games.
How the Secret Service is cracking down on card-skimming scams
A Secret Service analyst told CBS News a single skimming device can net a scammer up to $1 million.
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NYC probes prediction markets over advertising practices
New York City lawmakers allege that four major prediction markets engage in deceptive marketing practices and target young adults.
CPI report shows inflation eased in July to a 3.4% annual pace
The CPI report was in line with economists' expectations, marking the second consecutive month with cooler price pressures.
Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug
The pharmaceutical company is filing lawsuits against six outlets selling versions of its promising but unapproved weight-loss drug, retatrutide.
Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
Trump Media sells $100,000 Truth Social data access, drawing scrutiny
Customers are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Truth Social posts from President Trump and other top users of the social media platform.
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Rubio, Bessent took decoy Air Force One, Hegseth flew on secret flight with Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were on the decoy flight last month when President Trump secretly switched to a different plane while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was with Mr. Trump.
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
David Crowley beats progressive Francesca Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
David Crowley unexpectedly beat a progressive candidate in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, and will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany on the ballot in November.
Ilhan Omar projected winner of Democratic primary in Minnesota's 5th district
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has secured the Democratic nomination for reelection in the 2026 primary, CBS News projects.
Peggy Flanagan projected winner of Democratic primary for Senate in Minnesota
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has captured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.
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Norah O'Donnell: What I learned from my doctor about menopause
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
Doctor on Fauci's COVID-era revealed texts
Republican senators this week released 11 new text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci's government phone in 2021 as part of the investigations into his handling of the COVID pandemic. In the texts, he discussed the potential risks and benefits of the vaccine for pregnant women. Dr. Serena Chen, an OB-GYN and the director of advocacy at CCRM Fertility of New Jersey, has more.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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At least 1 dead, 172 rescued from ferry fire near Bali, Indonesia
One Indonesian teenager was killed when the vessel caught fire in rough seas.
Cartel sought to buy weapons in exchange for fentanyl, U.S. says
"In exchange for the weapons, the defendants paid in the form of fentanyl and methamphetamine imported into the United States for distribution," the Justice Department said.
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
Baby rescued from earthquake rubble in Colombia as death toll rises
Footage shared on social media shows a baby being rescued from the bloody arms of a man trapped underneath a destroyed building in Cali after a powerful earthquake struck Colombia.
What to know about today's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
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Behind the scenes of the movie "Tony"
Actor Dominic Sessa and renowned chef Eric Ripert talk with "CBS Mornings" about the new movie "Tony," which is loosely based on Anthony Bourdain's stories of his first experience working in a kitchen restaurant before he found fame. Sessa describes how he got involved and Ripert, who one of Bourdain's best friends, talks about his relationship with the beloved chef.
Becky G on being family's breadwinner
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King speaks exclusively with pop superstar Becky G about feeling the pressure of becoming her family's breadwinner at a young age.
Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader takes on Broadway
Reece Weaver, whose exit from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on the show "America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" left viewers shocked, exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" that she is making her Broadway debut. She talks about the transition, why she made the decision and what it was like to start rehearsals.
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Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
Zuckerberg wants open source AI
Facebook co-founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues that artificial intelligence should be open source to improve accessibility. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui has more on what the philosophy of open source technology means in the AI era.
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Total solar eclipse in Europe
A small part of the U.S. will be able to see a sliver of partial solar eclipse, but the path of totality will cut through Europe. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more from Mallorca, Spain.
What to know about today's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Protecting the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
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Judge makes rare ruling in Mangione case
At a hearing for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a judge ruled the jury in Mangione's New York state murder trial will be anonymous. Tom Hanson explains.
How the Secret Service is cracking down on card-skimming scams
A Secret Service analyst told CBS News a single skimming device can net a scammer up to $1 million.
Cartel sought to buy weapons in exchange for fentanyl, U.S. says
"In exchange for the weapons, the defendants paid in the form of fentanyl and methamphetamine imported into the United States for distribution," the Justice Department said.
More healthcare testimony in Clancy trial
Healthcare workers who treated Lindsay Clancy's postpartum mental health concerns are back on the stand Tuesday in her murder trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest.
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist back on stand
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tufts, is back on the stand Monday as the Massachusetts murder trial enters its third week. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
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Top high school quarterback on Nike deal
High school quarterback Peyton "Pop" Houston is one of just 11 elite high school athletes to sign an NIL deal with Nike. He, along with his dad, Shaun Houston, speak to "CBS Mornings" about working together as player and coach, the NIL deal and Peyton's training process.
Trump speaks out on Air Force One plane swap
President Trump is responding to questions after the Secret Service addressed a threat from Iran by covertly moving him to a second plane when leaving Turkey a month ago. "I just have to do what they say," he said. Some aides and journalists were left on board the decoy plane. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.
Total solar eclipse in Europe
A small part of the U.S. will be able to see a sliver of partial solar eclipse, but the path of totality will cut through Europe. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more from Mallorca, Spain.